Policies and cookies

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are files that can be downloaded to your computer by websites. They are tools that play an essential role in the provision of many information society services. Among other things, they allow a website to store and retrieve information about the browsing habits of a user or their computer and, depending on the information obtained, they can be used to recognize the user and improve the service offered.

2. Types of cookies

Depending on who is the entity that manages the domain from which cookies are sent and treat the data obtained, two types can be distinguished:

Own cookies: those that are sent to the user’s terminal equipment from a computer or domain managed by the editor itself and from which the service requested by the user is provided.
Third-party cookies: those that are sent to the user’s terminal equipment from a computer or domain that is not managed by the editor, but by another entity that processes the data obtained through the cookies.

In the event that the cookies are installed from a computer or domain managed by the editor itself but the information collected through them is managed by a third party, they cannot be considered as own cookies.
There is also a second classification according to the length of time they remain stored in the customer’s browser, being able to be:

Session cookies: designed to collect and store data while the user accesses a web page. They are usually used to store information that is only interesting to keep for the provision of the service requested by the user on a single occasion (e.g. a list of products purchased).
Persistent cookies: the data remains stored in the terminal and can be accessed and processed for a period defined by the cookie manager, which can range from a few minutes to several years.

Finally, there is another classification with five types of cookies according to the purpose for which the data obtained are processed:

Technical cookies: those that allow the user to navigate through a website, platform or application and the use of the different options or services that exist in it as, for example, control traffic and data communication, identify the session, access parts of restricted access, remember the elements that make up an order, make the buying process of an order, make the application for registration or participation in an event, use security features while browsing, store content for broadcasting videos or sound or share content through social networks.
Customization Cookies: allow the user to access the service with some general characteristics predefined according to a series of criteria in the user’s terminal such as the language, the type of browser through which you access the service, the locale from which you access the service, etc..
Analysis Cookies: allow the responsible for them, monitoring and analyzing the behavior of users of the websites to which they are linked. The information collected through this type of cookies is used in the measurement of the activity of the websites, application or platform and for the elaboration of browsing profiles of the users of such sites, applications and platforms, in order to introduce improvements based on the analysis of the data of use made by the users of the service.
Advertising cookies: allow the management, in the most effective way possible, of advertising spaces.
Behavioral advertising cookies: store information on user behavior obtained through the continuous observation of their browsing habits, allowing the development of a specific profile to display advertising based on the same.
Cookies from external social networks: they are used so that visitors can interact with the content of different social platforms (facebook, youtube, twitter, linkedIn, etc..) and that are generated only for users of these social networks. The conditions of use of these cookies and the information collected is regulated by the privacy policy of the corresponding social platform.

3. Cookies used on our website

According to the entity that manages it:

Own Cookies: These are those that are sent to your computer from our own equipment or domains and from which we provide the service you request.
Third-party cookies: These are those that are sent to your computer from a computer or domain that is not managed by us, but by another collaborating entity. For example, those used by social networks, or external content such as Google Maps.

According to the period of time they remain activated:

Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that remain in the cookie file of your browser until you leave the website, so that none is recorded on the hard drive of your computer. The information obtained through these cookies is used to analyze web traffic patterns. In the long run, this allows us to provide a better experience to improve the content and facilitate its use.
Persistent Cookies: they are stored on the hard disk and our website reads them every time you make a new visit. A permanent website has a specific expiration date. The cookie will stop working after that date. We generally use these cookies to facilitate the purchase and registration services.

According to their purpose:

Technical Cookies: These are those necessary for navigation and the proper functioning of our website. They allow, for example, to control traffic and data communication, access restricted areas, carry out the purchase process of an order, use security elements, store content in order to broadcast videos or share content through social networks.
Customization Cookies: These are those that allow you to access the service with predefined features based on a number of criteria, such as language, the type of browser through which you access the service, the locale from which you access the service, etc..
Analysis Cookies: These are those that allow us to quantify the number of users and thus perform the measurement and statistical analysis of the use made by users of the services provided. To do this, your browsing on our website is analyzed in order to improve the range of products and services we offer.
Advertising Cookies: These are those that allow the management, in the most effective way possible, of advertising spaces that could be included on our website.
Behavioral advertising cookies: These cookies store information on user behavior obtained through continuous observation. Thanks to them, we can learn about your Internet browsing habits and show you advertising related to your browsing profile.

4. Deactivation/Activation and deletion of cookies

To restrict or block cookies, this is done through your browser settings.
If you do not want websites to place any cookies on your computer, you can adapt your browser settings so that you are notified before any cookies are placed. Similarly, you can adjust your browser settings so that your browser rejects all cookies, or only third-party cookies. You can also delete any cookies already on your computer. Please note that you will need to adjust the settings separately for each browser and computer you use.
Please note that if you do not wish to receive cookies, we can no longer guarantee that our website will function properly. Some site functions may be lost and you may no longer be able to view certain websites. Also, rejecting cookies does not mean that you will no longer see advertisements.
Advertisements will simply not be tailored to your interests and will be repeated more frequently. Each browser has a different method of adjusting your settings. If necessary, consult your browser’s help function to set the correct settings.
To disable cookies on your cell phone, please refer to your device’s manual for more information.
You can learn more about cookies on the Internet, http://www.aboutcookies.org/. Considering the way the Internet and websites work, we do not always have information on cookies placed by third parties through our website. This applies especially to cases where our website contains so-called embedded elements: texts, documents, images or short movies that are stored elsewhere, but are displayed on or via our website.
Therefore, should you encounter such cookies on this website and they are not listed above, please let us know. Alternatively, please contact the third party directly to request information about the cookies it places, the purpose and duration of the cookie, and how it has ensured your privacy.

5. How can I prevent the installation of cookies?

At any time you can access your browser settings by accepting or rejecting all cookies, or select those whose installation is allowed and which are not, by following one of the following procedures, depending on the browser you use:
Google Chrome (in the Tools Menu):
Settings > Show advanced options > Privacy (Content settings) > Cookies: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647?co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop&hl=es
Microsoft Internet Explorer (in the Tools Menu):
Internet Options > Privacy > Advanced: https://support.microsoft.com/es- en/help/17442/windowsinternet-explorer-delete-manage-cookies
Firefox:
Options > Privacy > Cookies: https://support.mozilla.org/es/kb/habilitar-y-deshabilitar- cookies-sites-webrastrear-preferencias
Safari, iPad y iPhone:
Preferences > Privacy: https://support.apple.com/kb/ph21411?locale=es_ES
Opera:
Settings > Options > Advanced > Cookies: http://help.opera.com/Windows/12.00/es- EN/cookies.html.

These browsers are subject to updates or modifications, so we cannot guarantee that they are completely adjusted to the version of your browser. You may also be using another browser not covered by these links, such as Konqueror, Arora, Flock, etc. To avoid these mismatches, you can access them directly from your browser options, usually in the “Options” menu in the “Privacy” section. (Please consult your browser’s help for more information).